Structural Analysis Engineer

Williams International; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams International is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer for its Turbomachinery team. The role focuses on delivering structural assessments of turbomachinery components and supporting product life-cycle integrity.

The position is 100% on-site at World Headquarters in Pontiac, MI, with collaboration across design, aerodynamics, manufacturing, project, and test groups. Candidates should have an engineering degree and relevant FEA expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proficient in Finite Element Analysis for static structural, vibratory, and heat transfer solutions. ANSYS experience is strongly desired.
• Knowledge of turbomachinery failure modes including low and high cycle fatigue, fracture mechanics, and creep.
• Working knowledge of gas turbine engines and manufacturing techniques.
• FAA 14 CFR Part 33 certification knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to communicate analysis results and work independently on multiple projects.
• U.S. Citizenship status required; ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, support, and document tests ranging from material characterization to component and full engine-based validation.
• Use structural analysis methods to conduct test and failure investigations.
• Deliver timely structural dispositions to production support requests.
• Mentor design and analysis engineers to improve durability of designs.
• Develop analytical tools and methods to drive accuracy and efficiency while meeting cost and schedule commitments.
• Communicate analysis results to internal and external customers.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Structural Mechanics

Communication

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelor or Master)

Tools

ANSYS

Job description

Job Category: Product/Process Engineering

Requisition Number: ENGIN006258

• Posted : August 14, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

World Headquarters
Pontiac, MI 48341, USA

Description

Who We Are

Williams International is a privately-owned company that develops and manufactures jet engines for both military and commercial aircraft applications. We are a company of creators who deliver pioneering ideas and technologies that lead the aerospace industry. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning to position our team members to inspire each other and provide quality products and supporting services that exceed the expectations of our customers.

The Opportunity

Williams International is actively searching for a Structural Analysis Engineer to join our Turbomachinery team. The Structural Analysis Engineer will be responsible for delivering structural assessments of various turbomachinery components such as fans, compressors, combustors, nozzles, turbines, seals, and pressurized cases. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a broad spectrum of cutting-edge commercial and military gas turbine hardware with a high degree of ownership for structural integrity throughout the product life cycle. The Structural Analysis Engineer will work in a collaborative environment with mechanical design, aerodynamics, manufacturing, project, and test engineering to efficiently develop final design configurations and support our growing product line.

This position is 100% on-site.

Additionally, the Structural Analysis Engineer will:

• Plan, support, and document tests ranging from material characterization to component and full engine-based validation
• Use structural analysis methods to conduct test and failure investigations
• Deliver timely structural dispositions to production support requests
• Mentor design and analysis engineers to improve the durability of designs and existing analytical capabilities
• Develop analytical tools and methods to drive accuracy, innovation, and efficiency while meeting cost and schedule commitments
• Communicate analysis results to both internal and external customers

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering
• 3 + years of relevant engineering experience
• Possess a demonstrated understanding of structural mechanics
• Proficient in Finite Element Analysis for static structural, vibratory, and heat transfer solutions. ANSYS experience is strongly desired
• The candidate must have intermediate to advanced knowledge of turbomachinery failure modes including low and high cycle fatigue, fracture mechanics, and creep
• Possess a working knowledge of gas turbine engines and associated manufacturing techniques
• Experience with FAA 14 CFR Part 33 certification requirements is a plus
• Ability to effectively communicate analysis results, conclusions, and recommendations
• The candidate must be able to work independently and manage multiple projects
• U. S. Citizenship status required. Position requires the ability to obtain a U. S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U. S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For more information on Security Clearances, please visit: U. S. Department of State

Additional Information

Williams International is a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members and contractors are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, opioids and alcohol as policy dictates.

Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.

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Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better.

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